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Dockmate (by PPA-Electronics) PostPress Advisers b.v.b.a. 

– Albert Geudensstraat 4 – 2800 Mechelen – BELGIUM 

Tel. +32 (0)15 43 39 94 

– Mob. +32 (0)475 45 37 35 

www.ppa-electronics.com

 

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[email protected]

 

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www.dockmate.eu

 

VAT: BE  0891.773.260 

2.6. 

Keep out of reach of children.   
The devices contain  small parts which can be swallowed by children.   
Beware for suffocation by plastic packaging.   

 

2.7. 

The DOCKMATE  may only be used by persons who have  the 
necessary skills of maneuvring  a yacht.  
 

2.8. 

Be careful with the lanyard.   
Keep it away from small children  (choking  hazard).  

 

2.9. 

Do not use the DOCKMATE  when the transmitter or receiver  have  been 
immersed in water. The units may be damaged  beyond  repair.  Test 
both devices before  use with the boat  in a safe environment.   
Contact your DOCKMATE  dealer  when any  abnormality  is detected.   

 

2.10.  Make  sure you  can operate  the DOCKMATE  like  an expert  before 

actually  using it in a crowded harbor.   

 

2.11.  In  very exceptional  circumstances, the communication between  the 

transmitter and receiver  can be disturbed  by radio frequency 
transmitters in the immediate  neighborhood.   

 

2.12.  Never  use the DOCKMATE  if you  are not on the ship. Remember that 

the use of the DOCKMATE  from ashore or the jetty  is a criminal offense 
in several countries.   

 

2.13.  Batteries should  be charged as soon as the orange  LED signal on the 

transmitter lights. 

 

2.14.  Please note that  when the system is in operation  each involuntary  push 

on  the buttons of the transmitter has an action  as a result.  

 

2.15.  The transmitter and receiver  may only  be opened  by an authorized 

technician. 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Twist

Page 1: ...Wireless Joystick Control EASY TO USE EASY TO INSTALL 100 SAFE 2 User manual V6 ...

Page 2: ...kmate by PPA Electronics PostPress Advisers b v b a Albert Geudensstraat 4 2800 Mechelen BELGIUM Tel 32 0 15 43 39 94 Mob 32 0 475 45 37 35 www ppa electronics com info dockmate eu www dockmate eu VAT BE 0891 773 260 ...

Page 3: ... protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordancewith the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interferenc...

Page 4: ...y before getting started DOCKMATE is a wireless system that enables you to maneuver your ship With your fingertips you can control the engines horn bow and stern thruster and anchor winch IMPORTANT Read the Precautions section before the first use Contents 1 What s in the box 2 Precautions 3 Installation 4 Use of the DOCKMATE 5 Charging the batteries 6 Turning on the transmitter 7 Maintenance 8 Tr...

Page 5: ...result of improper use or installation by a non qualified technician 2 1 The transmitter is sensitive to magnetic fields Keep it at least 1m from any devices that generate magnetic fields like compasses Otherwise the operation of the joystick can be disturbed 2 2 Do not put the transmitter that is switched on onto the wireless charger Always switch it off first before charging The charger generate...

Page 6: ...pair Test both devices before use with the boat in a safe environment Contact your DOCKMATE dealer when any abnormality is detected 2 10 Make sure you can operate the DOCKMATE like an expert before actually using it in a crowded harbor 2 11 In very exceptional circumstances the communication between the transmitter and receiver can be disturbed by radio frequency transmitters in the immediate neig...

Page 7: ...nsists of two major components a transmitter and a receiver These have already been paired so they recognize each other 3 1 Installation of the receiver Dimensions 22 x 22 x 5 4 cm Install the receiver in a dry not too warm area Install the receiver free of vibrations Place the receiver close to the dashboard as close as possible to the controls of the parts to be controlled throttles horn anchor ...

Page 8: ...0 15 43 39 94 Mob 32 0 475 45 37 35 www ppa electronics com info dockmate eu www dockmate eu VAT BE 0891 773 260 4 Use of the DOCKMATE Activates engines thrusters horn Joystick On Off button Take Command Mode Select button Bow Thruster buttons Stern Thruster buttons Link and Satus LED Indicators Lanyard Anchor buttons ...

Page 9: ...n this button is pressed other signals are inhibited for safety so the boat controls go to neutral regardless of the position of the joystick Take Command button Pressing this button makes the Dockmate the active steering position NOTE With the Gearbox driver installed it has no effect Dockmate is always active then Keys bow thruster By pressing the left button port the bow thruster gives thrust t...

Page 10: ... the same basis The Dockmate Twist can be fully programmed by your dealer so that combining engines and thrusters in any position of the joystick is possible Twisting the joystick knob to the right causes the boat to rotate to the right left engine switched forward right engine switched rearward Twisting the joystick knob to the left will do the opposite Pressing the knob of the joystick will soun...

Page 11: ...ery OK Between 3 45V and 3 90V Battery Warning Between 3 45V and 3 30V Battery Failed Less than 3 30V Battery Failed Less than 3 00V It is not possible to turn on the transmitter when the battery voltage drops below 3 30V It is highly recommended to charge the transmitter when the LED shows orange on the starting up The Dockmate TWIST transmitter will start to charge when placed on the Dockmate wi...

Page 12: ...INK light will go dark and the STATUS LED will show one of following Battery fully charged More than 3 90V Battery OK Between 3 45V and 3 90V Battery Warning Between 3 45V and 3 30V Battery Failed Less than 3 30V Then it will go dark and the LINK light will show the communication status Communication OK actively transmitting data When moving the joystick or pressing a button Communication OK stand...

Page 13: ...ckmate transmitter is switched off The Dockmate receiver does not receive D C Volts Switch on see point 6 in this manual Check fuse blown The transmitter does not work The batteries are empty Charge the batteries see point 5 in this manual The LED low battery on the transmitter is on The batteries are empty Charge the batteries see point 5 in this manual The transmitter has fallen in the water Rin...

Page 14: ...te eu VAT BE 0891 773 260 9 Technical specifications Transmitter Battery 360mAh Li ion Housing ABS rubber according to IP67 specifications Dimensions 70 x 150 x 40 mm Weight ca 150 gr Frequency 433 1 433 6 MHz Operating temp 5 C to 50 C Receiver D C Volts 12 24 V D C Housing ABS according to IP50 specifications Dimensions 22 x 22 x 6 cm Weight ca 950 gr Frequency 433 1 433 6 MHz Operating temp 5 C...

Page 15: ...vironment and to diminish the pressure on natural resources we encourage you to use the appropriate take back systems These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of your end of life equipment in an environmentally sound way The crossed bin symbol marked on your device indicates you should use these systems If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling of this pro...

Page 16: ...arranty Before returning please contact the vendor of the device by phone or e mail Always include a brief description of the problem that occurs Do not forget to include your full contact and delivery details name telephone complete address To avoid damage during shipment the unit must be adequately packaged The manufacturer will accept no liability for units lost or damaged in transit from the c...

Page 17: ...ert Geudensstraat 4 2800 Mechelen BELGIUM Tel 32 0 15 43 39 94 Mob 32 0 475 45 37 35 www ppa electronics com info dockmate eu www dockmate eu VAT BE 0891 773 260 This manual may in no way be reproduced complete or partial without the written permission of PPA Electronics ...

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